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Vernon Pomana

16 Janjin Road, Dalyellup,WA

Summary

Warehouse professional prepared for high standards and impactful results. Background includes efficient inventory management and safe forklift operation. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability. Skilled in material handling and maintaining safety standards.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Hilton Food Group
03.2017 - 10.2024
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
  • Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
  • Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
  • Fostered positive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors, promoting teamwork and collaboration within warehouse environment while executing daily forklift tasks.
  • Kept up-to-date on company policies and procedures relating to forklift operations through continuous training sessions and self-directed learning.

Loader Operator

Hilton Food Group
03.2017 - 10.2024
  • Operated loaders in a variety of weather conditions and terrain types, demonstrating adaptability and resilience under challenging circumstances.
  • Performed thorough pre-and post-operation equipment checks, ensuring optimal functionality and minimal downtime due to mechanical issues.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by expertly operating loaders and heavy equipment for timely material handling.
  • Ensured site safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance tasks, reducing downtime incidents.
  • Skillfully maneuvered heavy machinery in tight spaces, demonstrating exceptional spatial awareness and adaptability to various job site conditions.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail when verifying inventory records against actual materials loaded onto trucks for transport purposes.
  • Increased load accuracy by carefully monitoring weight distribution and adjusting processes accordingly during material handling activities.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of work functions, optimizing overall project outcomes.
  • Assisted in training new team members on proper loader operation procedures, ensuring consistent quality standards across the workforce.

Reach Truck Driver

Hilton Foods Group
03.2016 - 10.2024
  • Safely transported fragile items within the warehouse, resulting in minimal breakages or losses.
  • Achieved high levels of accuracy in order processing, resulting in fewer errors and increased customer satisfaction.
  • Addressed potential hazards by promptly reporting any issues or malfunctions related to reach truck equipment.
  • Supported inventory management with accurate record-keeping of stock levels and locations.
  • Demonstrated versatility by assisting with other warehouse duties when needed, including manual lifting and inventory auditing.
  • Optimized space utilization within the warehouse by strategically organizing pallets for easy access during restocking activities.
  • Ensured smooth workflow by conducting regular maintenance checks on reach truck equipment.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in various warehouse settings, navigating narrow aisles and high storage racks with precision.
  • Enhanced warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating reach truck for safe and timely material handling.
  • Reduced product damages by following proper safety protocols when loading and unloading pallets.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.

Hiltons Food Group
01.2017 - 01.2024
  • Order picking
  • Assisting with training of new workers
  • Deboxing
  • Helping manage floor worker
  • Occasionally running afternoon shift
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Gilmours foods New Zealand
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Order picking
  • Stock take management
  • Delegation of rosters and team mates
  • Container loading and unloading

Foodstuffs New Zealand
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Department leading hand
  • Reach truck driving
  • Forklift driving

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Warehouse organization
  • Problem-solving

Timeline

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Hilton Food Group
03.2017 - 10.2024

Loader Operator

Hilton Food Group
03.2017 - 10.2024

Hiltons Food Group
01.2017 - 01.2024

Reach Truck Driver

Hilton Foods Group
03.2016 - 10.2024

Gilmours foods New Zealand
01.2016 - 01.2017

Foodstuffs New Zealand
01.2013 - 01.2016
Vernon Pomana